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Everton’s Richarlison claims Van Dijk is not one of the world’s best defenders

Everton’s Richarlison claims Van Dijk is not one of the world’s best defenders

Premier League
Everton forward Richarlison has spoken ahead of the Merseyside derby by saying Liverpool player Virgil van Dijk is not among the best three defenders in the world. Van Dijk has been outstanding since signing for Liverpool from Southampton in a then-world record transfer fee for a defender of £75m in the January window of 2018. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Netherlands captain has hardly put a foot wrong for the Reds, playing a vital part in their Champions League triumph last campaign and putting them on the brink of the Premier League title this season. But, Richarlison does not rate the former Celtic defender as the best in his position as they prepare for a battle at Goodison Park on Sunday. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).pus...
Van Dijk set to sign record-breaking Liverpool deal after rejecting PSG move

Van Dijk set to sign record-breaking Liverpool deal after rejecting PSG move

Premier League
Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk is set to become the highest paid player in the club’s history by signing a new £220,000-a-week contract. The Dutchman became the most expensive defender in the world in 2018 when he signed for £75m and he allayed early criticism of the fee with a host of sensational performances as Liverpool got to the Champions League final. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Though defeat to Real Madrid hurt, The Reds have gone from strength to strength since by winning the competition a year later and they’re on course to end the 30-year wait for the league title when the Premier League resumes this month. Nobody has been more instrumental in that time than Van Dijk and his performances have attracted attention from Europe’s big sides...
Van Dijk outlines real reasons he chose Liverpool ahead of Chelsea & City

Van Dijk outlines real reasons he chose Liverpool ahead of Chelsea & City

Premier League
Virgil van Dijk has explained his reasons for choosing to sign for Liverpool rather than move to Manchester City or Chelsea. Van Dijk has proven an outstanding success since moving to Anfield from Southampton for a club record £75million in 2018. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Dutchman was monitored by several other teams, including Premier League title rivals Manchester City, Arsenal and Chelsea. But the defender was intent on joining the Reds months before the transfer move was finalised. • Rabiot wants Man Utd transfer as he considers Juventus exit • Ajax confirm Van de Beek can leave amid Man Utd link "Before I made the decision to choose Liverpool, I looked at all the aspects of the clubs; the way of playing, the team-mates, the future ...
How Antonio Conte ruined Chelsea’s deals for Van Dijk and Oxlade-Chamberlain

How Antonio Conte ruined Chelsea’s deals for Van Dijk and Oxlade-Chamberlain

Premier League
Chelsea tried to sign both Virgil van Dijk and Oxlade-Chamberlain three years ago but the duo were put off a transfer move to the club by then manager Antonio Conte. The Liverpool pair were at Southampton and Arsenal respectively back in 2017 before moving to Anfield and going on to win the UEFA Champions League. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); While the Reds were just two victories away from claiming the Premier League title this campaign before football was suspended due to the coronavirus pandemic. Things could have been different had Chelsea got their way, with the blues targeting both players ahead of Conte’s second campaign in charge and fresh from being crowned champions of the League. ♤ Xhaka speaks out on from Arsenal fans hatred after telli...
Ferdinand picks better defender between Van Dijk and Nemanja Vidic

Ferdinand picks better defender between Van Dijk and Nemanja Vidic

Premier League
Manchester United legend, Rio Ferdinand, has chosen who is a better defender between Virgil van Dijk and former Red Devils central defender, Nemanja Vidic. According to Ferdinand, Vidic is better than Van Dijk, saying that he would prefer to partner with the former Serbian international than the Liverpool defender. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); He, however, conceded that he loves Van Dijk, but Vidic covered his back during their time together at the theatre of dreams. When asked who he would pick between both players, Ferdinand said as quoted by Goal: “I’ve got to go with Vidic because he was my partner, man. “He was my partner. He covered my back, and I covered his. That was it.” (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); “...
Van Dijk reveals who to blame as Liverpool finally lose to end unbeaten run

Van Dijk reveals who to blame as Liverpool finally lose to end unbeaten run

Premier League
Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk slammed the team’s unacceptable performance after the loss to Watford, which also ended their 44-game unbeaten run in the Premier League. The Hornets became the first team to beat Liverpool in the league this campaign after goals from Ismaila Sarr and the club captain Troy Deeney. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Jurgen Klopp’s side put in a poor performance which fell well below the standards they have set since they last lost a a league match back in January 2019. After the game, Van Dijk said: ‘Credit to Watford they deserved it. The chances they created, they stuck to their plan and scored three goals. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‘We didn’t create too many big opportunities, bu...
Virgil Van Dijk warned he would never win the Ballon d’Or award

Virgil Van Dijk warned he would never win the Ballon d’Or award

Premier League, Trending
Former Holland player, Ruud Gullit, has warned Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk that he would never win the Ballon d’Or award. Van Dijk narrowly lost out to Barcelona superstar Lionel Messi in 2019, finishing behind the Argentine attacker in second place. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Liverpool star was considered one of the favourites to win it, after helping the Premier League club win the Champions League and finish second in the League. However, the Dutchman had to settle only for the runner-up spot as Lionel Messi claimed the prize for a record sixth time. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Although the 28-year-old is enjoying yet another outstanding season, which is expected to see Jurgen Klopp’s team win a ...
Cristiano Ronaldo’s sister blasts Van Dijk over Ballon d’Or joke

Cristiano Ronaldo’s sister blasts Van Dijk over Ballon d’Or joke

Transfer Info
Cristiano Ronaldo's sister Katia Aveiro hit back at Van Dijk on Instagram after the defender joked that the Juventus superstar wasn't a "rival" for this year's Ballon d'Or. Lionel Messi claimed the coveted individual award for a sixth time in Paris on Monday, with Liverpool defender Van Dijk finishing second in the final voting. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Five-time winner Cristiano Ronaldo did not attend the ceremony, instead opting to make an appearance at the Gran Gala del Calcio in Milan to collect his ‘Best Player in Serie A’ award. Van Dijk commented on the 34-year-old's absence during an interview with Dutch broadcaster RTL7 while on the red carpet, joking that he wasn't in the running to win the Ballon d'Or award this time around. ...
Lionel Messi explains why Virgil van Dijk is so difficult to play against

Lionel Messi explains why Virgil van Dijk is so difficult to play against

La Liga, Premier League
Lionel Messi has explained why he found it hard to play against Virgil van Dijk during Barcelona’s Champions League semi-final games against Liverpool last campaign. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Jurgen Klopp’s team were given a huge mountain to climb after losing 3-0 in the first leg of their semi-final but a 4-0 victory in the return leg at Anfield secured their place in the final. Messi scored a brace at Camp Nou but failed to make an impact in the second leg as Van Dijk and Liverpool’s defence stood firm against Barca’s attack. Van Dijk's dominant defensive displays helped Liverpool win the Champions League in June, while after that he led his national team Netherlands to the Nations League final in the summer. (adsbygoogle = window.a...
Van Dijk: You can’t compare me and Lionel Messi

Van Dijk: You can’t compare me and Lionel Messi

Premier League, La Liga
Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk insisted he cannot be compared to Lionel Messi, dismissing any claims he was disappointed not to win the Best FIFA Men's Player award. Van Dijk finished second to Barcelona superstar Messi for the award on Monday, with Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo third. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Dutch defender's nomination came after a Champions League-winning season, as Van Dijk helped guide Liverpool past Tottenham in the final. The centre-back said there was no way he could ever be compared to Messi, who scored 51 goals in all matches in 2018-19. "The people who vote made a decision and you have to accept it," Van Dijk told reporters. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "That's just ...
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